AROUND THE WORLD A SCAN Read the questions and two people’s answers. Match questions 1–2 with answers a–d. 1 In your country, what is the general opinion about cruises? Is it positive or negative? 2 Are there any positive or negative impacts of tourism on the community in your city or region?
C Complete the Speaking skills box with words from Duygu’s and Karen’s answers. Speaking skills Different sides of an argument Talking about one side One important benefit is that … On the positive 1 , … The positive 2 are that … The negative 3 is that … One of the biggest problems is that … Talking about both sides On the one hand, … but on the other hand, … It’s more positive 4 negative because … I can understand why people might prefer … . D SPEAK Work in pairs. Use the Speaking skills phrases to talk about some positive and negative sides of cruise ships. MY WORLD A PLAN Think about the impact of travel and tourism on the place where you live. Make notes about the different sides of these three topics. • the environmental impact • the economic impact • other impacts on the local community However, it’s important to remember … Many people see it as … but there are 5 about ...
Duygu, Türkiye
a On the positive side, tourism encourages cultural exchange and supports local businesses. However, it can also lead to rising living costs, overcrowding, and environmental problems, making daily life more challenging for residents. b In Türkiye, opinions about cruise tourism are mixed. Many people see it as a positive contributor to the economy, especially in coastal cities, but there are concerns about environmental damage and overcrowding in popular destinations. Also, it is a very expensive type of holiday for most of the locals.
Karen, Mexico
B Read the Critical thinking box. Which of Duygu’s and Karen’s answers (a–d) include both sides of an argument? more about our culture and people who work in museums and tourism in general have work all year round. d It’s more positive than negative because it helps boost the economy. It’s the main source of income for areas where cruises go. c Yes, the negative impact is that some areas have become very expensive to live in. I would say that the positive aspects are that people get to know Critical thinking Considering both sides of an argument When we talk about an important topic, people often have different opinions. Some may agree, while others disagree. It is important to consider both sides of an argument before making a decision. First, understanding both sides helps us learn new ideas. If we only listen to one side, we might miss important information. Second, it makes us better problem solvers. When we see different opinions, we can find fair solutions that help everyone.
B SPEAK Work in pairs. Student A: Tell your partner about the different sides of one of the topics. Use the Speaking skills phrases to show that you’ve considered both sides of the argument. Student B: Listen to your partner’s comments and ask questions to find out more. • What do you mean by …? • Can you give me an example? • Can you explain what you mean? • Why do you think that? C SPEAK Swap roles. Continue the discussion for all three topics.
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